by Dr. Kimberley Bell, DPT | Aug 27, 2026 | Blogs, Clinical Practice, Dizziness, Geriatric Fall Prevention, Preventing Falls, The Bell Method, Tinnitus, Vertigo |
TL;DR: Some medications can cause dizziness, vertigo, tinnitus, or imbalance. If you suspect a medication is contributing to your symptoms, review your medications with your pharmacist or healthcare provider. A patient recently asked me an important question about...
by Dr. Kimberley Bell, DPT | Jul 31, 2026 | Blogs, Dizziness, Dr. Kim Bell DPT, My Healing Journey, San Diego, The Bell Method, Vertigo |
TL;DR – Mold and dizziness may be connected for some people, particularly when hidden mold causes ongoing exposure. However, mold is only one of many possible causes of vertigo. If you have unexplained dizziness, address any mold problems in your home while also...
by Dr. Kimberley Bell, DPT | Jun 21, 2026 | Blogs, BPPV, Cervical Dizziness, Dizziness, The Bell Method, Vertigo |
TL;DR Feeling like you’re about to spin, even without severe vertigo, can sometimes be caused by mild BPPV, vestibular migraine, neck dysfunction, or other vestibular problems. A professional evaluation may help identify the underlying cause and guide treatment....
by Dr. Kimberley Bell, DPT | May 31, 2026 | Blogs, BPPV, Dizziness |
TL;DR Brain zaps are brief electric-like sensations in the head. They are not a diagnosis, but may be linked to vestibular issues, migraine variants, ear canal irritation, or neurological causes. Proper evaluation is important to rule out serious conditions. If you’re...
by Dr. Kimberley Bell, DPT | Apr 15, 2026 | Blogs, BPPV, Dizziness, Physical Therapy Practice, The Bell Method, Vertigo, Vestibular Rehabilitation |
TL;DR – Dizziness Misdiagnosis and What to Do Dizziness and vertigo misdiagnosis is common, leaving many patients without clear answers or relief. Learning how to describe symptoms, ask the right questions, and seek specialized care can significantly improve diagnosis...
by Dr. Kimberley Bell, DPT | Mar 31, 2026 | Blogs, Cervical Dizziness, Clinical Practice, Dizziness, Dr. Kim Bell DPT, Migraines, My Healing Journey, The Bell Method, Vertigo |
TL;DR – Migraine Vertigo Relief Vestibular migraine disorder is a commonly overlooked neurological cause of recurring episodes of vertigo and dizziness. Managing symptoms requires reducing sensory overload, stabilizing the head and neck, maintaining hydration and...